The Latest Breaking News from WEKU

State Division of Forestry: arson likely cause of Natural Bridge fire

State Forestry officials believe the fire at Natural Bridge State Resort Park was set by an arsonist. That’s according to Steve Kull, a senior environmental scientist consultant with the Division of Forestry and a former firefighter.

WEKU · Apr 27, 2023

Hazard nonprofit to receive leadership award for post-flood work

Thursday night, employees of a Hazard nonprofit will be recognized for their work in four eastern Kentucky counties after last July’s floods.

WEKU · Apr 27, 2023

Today's Interview: Lexington firefighter says new state Urban Search and Rescue unit will ‘definit

A new law signed by Governor Beshear Tuesday will lead to the formation of a state Urban Search and Rescue team.

WEKU · Apr 27, 2023

Lexington to feature a number of bike activities in May

As April moves into May outdoor activities are likely to be on the increase in central Kentucky. That includes a variety of biking opportunities.

WEKU · Apr 26, 2023

Lexington mothers plead for a safer summer with less gun violence

Lexington’s mayor and mothers who have lost children to gun violence are pleading for less gunfire. Their call comes during National Youth Violence Prevention Week.

WEKU · Apr 25, 2023

Today's Interview: Kentucky poet laureate Silas House

Stan Ingold speaks with Silas House about his appointment as poet laureate

WEKU · Apr 25, 2023

New paving projects underway at Cave Run Lake

Federal funding will be used to pave areas around Cave Run Lake

WEKU · Apr 25, 2023

Lexington grant program for stormwater runoff opens again

The City of Lexington’s annual Stormwater Quality Projects Incentive Grant Program is now open. It’s available to neighborhood associations, farms, nonprofits, businesses, and other institutions.

WEKU · Apr 25, 2023

Fire officials say blaze at Natural Bridge State Resort Park now ‘100 percent contained

Monday afternoon, a state Forestry Division official said the fire at Natural Bridge State Resort Park is 100 percent contained.

WEKU · Apr 25, 2023

Lexington to feature its first community-wide diabetes expo this weekend

The Fayette County Diabetes Coalition is hosting a community-wide diabetes expo this Saturday. It’s the first expansive type of event held in Lexington.

WEKU · Apr 25, 2023